Cops label theft of QFES vehicle at height of Qld fires ‘truly despicable’
Queensland Police are investigating after a firefighting vehicle was stolen from a rural station early on Saturday morning as out-of-control blazes burn across the state.
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Queensland Police are investigating after a firefighting vehicle was stolen from the Woodhill Rural Fire Station in Cedar Grove early Saturday morning.
Initial investigations suggest around 1am, the offenders gained entry to the station along the Mount Lindesay Hwy and stole a Toyota LandCruiser.
The vehicle was then used to ram the stations gate on the way out.
The vehicle was being used to fight fires in the South West District when the theft occurred.
South Eastern Region Assistant Commissioner Brian Swan has condemned the actions of the thieves.
“These are truly despicable actions,” Assistant Commissioner Swan said.
“There wouldn’t be one person in the country who doesn’t know the fire threat facing parts of Queensland right now, and for thieves to actively target a fire station at this time is morally corrupt.
“Our officers will work around the clock to find the vehicle and those responsible and bring them to justice.”
Police are appealing for anyone who may have seen the grey Toyota LandCruiser with the Queensland registration ‘NOMADS’ to come forward.
Investigations are continuing.
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